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Mar 30
Cognex Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Cognex reported strong first-quarter 2025 financial results, with revenue growth and improved profitability, alongside the announcement of a CEO transition.
Key Takeaways
Cognex reported a 2% year-on-year revenue increase to $216 million, or 5% on a constant-currency basis, driven by strong performance in Logistics and Semiconductor businesses. Operating expenses declined 7%, leading to an 84% increase in operating income to $26.1 million and a 99% rise in diluted EPS to $0.14. The company also announced Matt Moschner will succeed Robert J. Willett as CEO on June 27, 2025.
Revenue grew 2% year-on-year (5% on a constant-currency basis), driven by strength in Logistics and Semiconductor businesses.
Operating expenses declined 7% year-on-year, primarily due to cost management, leading to an 84% increase in GAAP operating income.
Operating margin reached 12.1% and Adjusted EBITDA margin was 16.8%, exceeding the high end of guidance.
The company returned $116 million to shareholders during the quarter, including $102 million in stock repurchases.
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Forward Guidance
Cognex issued second-quarter 2025 guidance, expecting revenue between $235 million and $255 million, adjusted gross margin in the high 60s, adjusted EBITDA margin between 18.5% and 21.5%, and an adjusted effective tax rate of 16.0%.
Positive Outlook
- Expected Q2 2025 revenue growth, with a midpoint of $245 million, up 2.5% year-over-year.
- Anticipated Adjusted EBITDA Margin of 18.5% - 21.5%, indicating continued profitability.
- Expectation to substantially mitigate the direct cost impact of tariffs in 2025 with no material impact to EPS.
- Continued focus on profitability and disciplined working capital management.
- Upcoming Investor Day to outline 5-year strategic objectives and updated financial framework.
Challenges Ahead
- Adjusted Gross Margin is expected to be 'Slightly Down' in Q2 2025 compared to the prior year.
- The Automotive market is expected to continue experiencing a downturn.
- The tariff situation remains fluid and uncertain, despite mitigation efforts.
- Increasing economic uncertainty persists.
- Adjusted Effective Tax Rate is expected to increase by 100 basis points to 16.0%.